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    Mauna Kea Summit Sunset and Stars Experience

    Witness a Pacific summit sunset and enjoy a guided stargazing session through a professional telescope.

    From$269/ person

    Duration

    6-7 Hours

    Includes

    Guide, telescope, hot beverage

    Highlights

    Ascend to the highest point in the Pacific to watch the sun dip below the clouds. Explore the sparkling night sky through a professional telescope guided by an expert storyteller.

    Your guide shares Big Island history and astronomy before leading a private star show.

    1. Marvel at the sunset from Mauna Kea’s summit
    2. Learn about telescopes that captured the first black hole image
    3. Sip a hot beverage during the private star show
    4. Examine planets, nebulae and distant galaxies
    5. Receive a souvenir photo emailed by your guide

    What's Included

    1. Guided summit and sunset experience
    2. Professional telescope for stargazing
    3. Hot beverage
    4. Digital photo taken by the guide

    Things to know

    Stargazing is weather dependent. Guests must be at least 13 years old to make a booking; younger participants may join when accompanied by a booking adult. Dress warmly for high-altitude conditions.

    Cancellation policy

    Full refund available with at least 48 hours' notice or if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged in full.

    Meeting location

    74-5457 Makala Blvd, Suite 102, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA

    Experience provided by Hawaii Island Holidays
    Experience provided by Hawaii Island Holidays

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

    Call or text (650) 414-7338

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    Person

    $269

    Ages 13+ to book • All ages for tour

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    4.1 stars• 9 reviews

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We enjoyed a comfortable oversized van tour up the mountain to the summit to watch the stunning sunset Mother Nature arranged. Jackets & gloves were provided. Then settled into watching the night sky become visible with hot chocolate. Our guides did a excellent job showing us constellation in the sky, nebulas thru the telescope and taking our time lapse photos creating memories. Lane, our guide, gets a special shot out for being being organized and quick on his feet (and behind the wheel).

    Photo of Magen Hunt

    Magen Hunt

    August 2, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We enjoyed a comfortable oversized van tour up the mountain to the summit to watch the stunning sunset Mother Nature arranged. Jackets & gloves were provided. Then settled into watching the night sky become visible with hot chocolate. Our guides did a excellent job showing us constellation in the sky, nebulas thru the telescope and taking our time lapse photos creating memories. Lane, our guide, gets a special shot out for being being organized and quick on his feet (and behind the wheel).

    Photo of Magen Hunt

    Magen Hunt

    August 2, 2025

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